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Still Life with Meadow Flowers and Roses, by Vincent van Gogh, oil, 1894

Still Life with Meadow Flowers and Roses

Vincent van Gogh

1894

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kröller-Müller Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Still Life with Meadow Flowers and Roses is a 1894 oil by Vincent van Gogh, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Papaver Rhoeas, held at Kröller-Müller Museum.

Who painted this?
Vincent van Gogh
When & what style?
1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Kröller-Müller Museum

About this work

This painting is a still life of a vase filled with a variety of colorful flowers, including roses and poppies. The flowers are arranged in a loose, organic way, with some of them spilling out of the vase. The background of the painting is a warm, earthy color that complements the colors of the flowers. The painting is done in a bold, expressive style, with thick brushstrokes and vivid colors. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, as if the flowers are about to burst out of the vase. The painting is also notable for its use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth and volume. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this beautiful still life, you might want to look up Vincent van Gogh.

About the artist

Portrait of Vincent van Gogh
Artist

Vincent van Gogh

Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.

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